Tammy and the T-Rex
Tammy and the T-Rex

Tammy and the T-Rex

1994Movie91 minEnglish

An evil scientist implants the brain of a murdered high school student into an animatronic Tyrannosaurus, who later wreaks vengeance on the bullies who killed him, and is reunited with his sweetheart.

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IMDb4.4/10
Director: Bob ClarkGenres: Comedy, Horror, Sci-Fi, Romance

Plot Summary

In this bizarre sci-fi comedy, high school student Michael is mauled by a lion at the local zoo and his brain is implanted into a terrifying animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex. His girlfriend Tammy, believing Michael is dead, falls for another boy. However, when Tammy realizes the T-Rex is actually Michael, she must find a way to rescue him from the clutches of his evil scientist kidnapper.

Critical Reception

Tammy and the T-Rex is widely considered a cult classic, often praised for its outrageous premise and campy execution. While critically panned upon its initial release for its low-budget effects and absurd plot, it has since gained a dedicated following for its unique blend of B-movie charm and unintentional humor. The film's unique revitalization through a "gore cut" has also contributed to its renewed interest among fans of schlock cinema.

What Reviewers Say

  • The film is a wonderfully absurd and campy B-movie experience.
  • Praised for its unique and outlandish premise that delivers unintentional comedy.
  • Often cited as a cult favorite for its sheer B-movie charm and low-budget appeal.

Google audience: Audience reception for Tammy and the T-Rex is largely positive within the cult film community, appreciating its over-the-top nature and campy charm. Many find it hilariously bad, contributing to its status as a beloved piece of schlock cinema.

Fun Fact

The film was re-edited in 2019 by director Bob Clark into a "gore cut" with significantly more graphic violence, which was screened at festivals and later released, revitalizing interest in the film among horror and cult movie fans.

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Wuchak

Wuchak

**_Teen angst plus camp horror with black humor equals fun nonsense_** The boyfriend of a teen girl in the Los Angeles area (Paul Walker & Denise Richards) is seriously injured whereupon a dubious doctor (Terry Kiser) places his brain in...
Gimly

Gimly

I was already way on board for _Tammy and the T-Rex_, but when I realised that Paul Walker's brain wasn't going to be put in to a T-Rex, but specifically a T-Rex **animatronic**, forget about it, this instantly became must-watch material. ...